Travel tips

9 Berlin insider tips

The entrance to this fun factory is through a backdoor. You can play minigolf in the dark on a meadow or in outer space. This is a must do visitors to Berlin as well as Berliners!

2. Get drunk on 10 Euros

This is possible in Friedrichshain, particularly if it doesn’t take much liquor to get you tipsy! I wrote some instructions and of course tested it on myself.

3. St. Oberholz, aka Mac Hell

Sometimes I wonder whether it’s a circus or a cafe! The density of Apple Macs per table is unbelievable and the cake is delicious. Great to observe and try out yourself.

4.Café Fleury

This is located just around the corner from St. Oberholz and is great for those who aren’t a big fan of electro. It’s best in summer, when you can have breakfast on the terrace enjoying Berlin’s sunshine. There’s loads of sweet as well as savoury stuff on offer, so you should be able to find something suitable. Find my report here.

5. Bützow Privat

Cosy, private and cute, and all in Berlin’s Mitte! This is a culinary and architectural delight with German cuisine and a hearty cheese platter. Booking in advance is recommended!

Obviously I don’t make any recommendations without testing them myself. I went, and it was amazing! Fresh pasta, good wine and don’t even get me started on dessert. A cosy small restaurant, so romantic!